Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - Repost | Shared Health - Health Sciences Centre, WinnipegRequisition ID: 379928Position Number: 20036200Posting End Date: Open Until FilledFTE: 0.20Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends;Weekends OnlyWork Arrangement: In PersonAnnual Base Hours: 2015Salary: $45,106 – $52,284Estimated Start: ASAPPosition OverviewThe Occupational Therapist collaborates with clients through assessment, interventions, follow-up, planning and designing of services to meet occupational performance goals, support healthy lifestyles, prevent illness and disability and promote health. Quality client care is supported through continuing professional development, research, quality improvement and promotion of occupational therapy.ExperienceRecent and relevant clinical experience preferred.Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)Entry‑to‑practice academic credential in Occupational Therapy from an accredited Canadian university program or the approved equivalent if internationally educated as determined by the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM).Successful completion of relevant continuing professional education in designated clinical area preferred.Certification / Licensure / RegistrationRegistration required with the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM). If provisionally registered as an examination candidate, the incumbent must pass the examination required by COTM during the next available exam offering to maintain employment with the Centre.Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.Membership in the Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists (MSOT) and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) preferred.Qualifications And SkillsPreference given to applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledgeable of Indigenous customs, traditions and values.Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work cooperatively with other disciplines.Demonstrated professional judgment and initiative.Effective organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, conflict resolution and decision-making skills.Knowledge and understanding of evidence‑based practice.Ability to perform independently and as a team member.Knowledge of the physiological, social, cultural and economic aspects of patient care.Ability to organize and complete assignments with a minimum of supervision.Willingness to adapt to new concepts, techniques and best practice in the academic and clinical fields of healthcare knowledge.Computer literacy appropriate to the setting.Physical RequirementsMust demonstrate adequate strength, agility, motor coordination and dexterity for implementation of therapeutic techniques and manipulation of therapeutic activities as necessary.May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress.May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients/visitors/staff.May be required to occasionally work extended hours.May be required to work a variety of shifts including weekends.Eligibility & ConditionsThis position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr